2020 Audi A5 Review

　　

2020 Audi A5 Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　As a luxury vehicle, the 2020 Audi A5 has a high bar to clear. It has to be comfortable yet still provide a respectable amount of performance. You'll also expect plenty of the latest technology features, an abundance of interior refinement, and styling that stands out in a sea of Hondas and Toyotas. Pleasingly, the A5 has no problem getting all of this right.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 Audi A5 Premium 4dr Hatchback AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$171/mo  for A5 Premium

　　A5 Premium

　　Premium 4dr Hatchback AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) - $42,900 MSRPPremium 2dr Coupe AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) - $42,900 MSRPPremium 2dr Convertible AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) - $49,900 MSRPPremium Plus 4dr Hatchback AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) (Most Popular) - $46,700 MSRPPremium Plus 2dr Coupe AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) - $46,700 MSRPPremium Plus 2dr Convertible AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) - $53,700 MSRPPrestige 4dr Hatchback AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) - $52,600 MSRPPrestige 2dr Coupe AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) - $52,600 MSRPPrestige 2dr Convertible AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) - $59,600 MSRP

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　　$164/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　For 2020, Audi continues to sell the A5 in coupe, convertible and four-door hatchback body styles. The exterior styling is a little different this year, with a more angular grille and larger air inlets. Inside, there's a new infotainment system that includes a large 10.1-inch high-resolution touchscreen. On some of its other models, Audi has also added a secondary screen for the climate controls, but we're glad the A5 has stuck with its classic button-based system since it's a lot easier to use.

　　The A5 is a pleasure to drive, whether you're commuting to work or touring the countryside on vacation. It also stakes out an interesting middle ground between its closest rivals: the BMW 4 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The 4 Series is a little sportier and the C-Class is a little more prestigious. Want the best mix of both aspects? Pick the A5.

　　

Which A5 does zzdcar recommend?

The Premium Plus trim strikes a good balance of features and price. You get more of the features you'll likely want on a luxury car plus additional safety features. As a bonus, you can add more options without having to go all-in with the top Prestige model.

　　

2020 Audi A5 models

The 2020 Audi A5 is offered as a two-door coupe or convertible (Cabriolet) or as a four-door hatchback (Sportback). Within these body styles, there are three trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige. Audi also sells the higher-performance S5, which is reviewed separately. The A5's features include:

　　Premium

　　Standard feature highlights:

　　A 248-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine Seven-speed automatic transmission All-wheel drive Panoramic sunroof Three-zone automatic climate control Leather upholstery Heated front seats 10.1-inch touchscreen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)Premium Plus

　　The Premium Plus adds to the Premium with:

　　Front and rear parking sensors Auto-dimming and power-folding mirrors Digital instrument panel Driver-seat memory functions Wireless charging pad with a signal booster Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot) Rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while in reverse)Prestige

　　The Prestige trim adds a lot of technology features that include:

　　19-speaker premium Bang & Olufsen audio system Navigation system Head-up display Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the A5 and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Lane keeping assist (steers the car back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker) Automated parking system Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the A5 and the car in front) Interior ambient lightingMost features are available on supporting trims as bundled option packages. Other add-ons include:

　　High-performance summer tires Sport-tuned suspension Ventilated front seats Heated steering wheel

　　

2020 A5 Highlights

Type: HatchbackCoupeConvertibleHatchback

　　Trim: PremiumPremium PlusPrestigePremium

　　

Base MSRP	$42,900
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	27 MPG
Cost to Drive	$171/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	21.8 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles